UZ’s Quality Goods Records label has been killing it since its inception and it only looks to be getting stronger. Adding to the strength is sumthin sumthin‘s stellar new EP AFTERGLOW. ‘Pink’ opens things up with a futuristic yet soulful feel that blends finger snaps and chopped vocals with booming bass. The result sounds as if you uploaded Kanye West’s brain…
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HXV has always been an innovator. Whether it’s helping to define electronic trap, pushing the envelope in his DJ sets or exploring new genres, he never stagnates. Proving this yet again comes his 3 track EP Separation. The project trades turnt up bangers for an evocative and emotional journey. Opening with ‘Where Do We Go From Here,’ the song blends…
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Grime and UK rap have been making major waves in North America over the past few years. The scene’s biggest driving force is megastar in the making Skepta. With cosigns from Drake and every major music publication and outlet out, the emcee is bringing forth a new age British invasion. This past week Skepta slid through the 6 to shutdown…
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If you haven’t heard, bass legend Flux Pavilion recently embarked upon his Around The World in 80 Raves Tour. The North American leg kicked off a few weeks back and will go strong through June with tour stops touching down in New York, Boston, Chicago, New Orleans, Dallas and many, many more cities. Next Thursday (May 4th) Flux will be hitting…
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The weather is warm, the sun is shining and you’re drifting down the beach. With each step comes an inviting sound that draws you nearer. As you turn a corner the beach opens up to a raging impromptu party complete with brightly colored slushy drinks and beautiful people. Ladies dance in bikini tops and 80’s-inspired high wasted shorts, while dolphins…
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Milwaukee’s best, IshDARR, has been one of the most promising rappers in the game for a minute. Back in 2015 we named him one of the 8 Rappers You Should Be Listening To and over the past two years he’s only gotten better. Cementing this fact comes For The Better, a six cut EP that’s nothing short of flames. With production from…
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As if ‘Kingdom’ wasn’t rugged and raw enough, the track just received two sinister remixes. Coming first is Jon Casey’s mind-bending take. Casey bends and tweaks the vocals creating anxiety and anticipation as a dank backdrop gives you the feeling of something nightmarish lurking on the horizon. When it finally opens up it’s a slaughter of staggering synths, big bass…
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From ‘Aquafina’ to ‘Vroom’ and ‘Late Night,’ anytime Goldlink and Falcons are on a track together you know it’s going to be special. Proving this yet again comes ‘Boo You Know.’ Falcons crafts a supreme backdrop equipped with some bay area bounce, tight 808s and strong progression. Goldlink skates over it with ease; whether it’s dropping swag-dripping verses or adlibing…
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Coming from London, ON, GOLDWATER is one of Canada’s most promising new producers. Don’t believe me? Just give his GOLDWATER EP one listen and tell me I’m incorrect. 6 tracks deep, the project is a showcase of his immense talent and potential. Each track packs a unique punch while weaving in his signature sound. That signature is distorted bass meets serene soundscapes; snapping…
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We’re only 4 months into the year and Noahplause has already dropped 5 massive bangers. His latest output is the ever-evolving ‘Throwing Money’. Kicking off with some icy synths, Noah proceeds to bring in a looped vocal sample that serves as the foundation of the track. Packed with three distinct and equally monstrous drops it’s the perfect answer to the…
